Central Services/Supply Technician - Central Services - Full Time 8 Hours Day (5:00 AM to 1:30 PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)Apply Keck Medicine of USC Hospital Arcadia, California POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Central Service Team Lead, this position is responsible for maintaining and delivering appropriate quantities of supplies, carts, equipment, bins and trays within the hospital. This position requires a working knowledge of hospital’s current inventory practices; restocking exchange carts, bins, and trays; cleaning and decontamination techniques; and maintenance of all Central Service equipment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES + Ability to resolve emergencies related to the acquisition and distribution of supplies and equipment as needed. Is aware of the location of all products within the facility. + Assist with the entering of patient charges, answering department phones, duplication and distribution of reports, and ordering/pickup of rental equipment. + Act as relief for Central Service Charge Tech position. + Dispense and deliver products and equipment requested by verbal, written and telephone requisitions. This may include the transportation of trays with medication; and/or sharps. Products will be delivered to the floor and put away under supervision of a charge nurse/nurse. + Flexibility required in work schedule, hours, and shifts. + Maintain all supply bins and shelving to ensure appropriate product labels are properly placed and reflect current product/manufacturer information. + Maintain crash cart and outdate log monthly. + Maintains professional work habits by organizing workload, setting priorities, and completing assignments in a timely manner; utilizing resources appropriately; complying with department program standards; and adapting well to change. + Perform monthly rounding to ensure carts are being appropriately maintained. + Perform routine cleaning of all supply bins located in the equipment room. + Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning of medical equipment for Central Service. + Performs other work-related duties as assigned. + Promotes a positive and safe work environment by maintaining good relations with management personnel, peers, and hospital staff; by attending department meetings; by supporting the hospital and its goals, policies, and management decisions; by adhering to the hospital dress code; by maintaining an awareness of hospital infection control, body mechanics and safety policies; by recertification in safety on an annual basis; and by maintaining confidentiality regarding work-related matters, identifying and reporting barriers to departmental effectiveness, recommending constructive problem solving methods. managing time; demonstrating flexibility in work assignments; and active participation as a team member. + Refer all problems, unusual requests, or incidents to Central Service Lead and/or manager at the time of occurrence. + Replenish all exchange carts, bins, trays, and kits. Proficient on all carts, i.e., assistance with replenishment unnecessary. + Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Quality Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and inter-departmental quality control, improvement, and quality planning activities. + Through continuing education, maintains up-to-date knowledge in Central Service and Materials Management. + Utilize the AIMS tracking system to track all Central Service equipment in the facility, including the uploading and downloading of patient census information and any corrections to the data base Education Preferred (Not required) High school diploma or equivalent. Work Experience Preferred Minimum two years materials/inventory experience required; in a healthcare setting preferred. REQ20160513 Posted Date: 03/17/2025